Unicondylar knee replacement

摘要

Disclosed is a kit of parts for a unicondylar knee replacement. The disclosure notes that unlike conventional methods for performing a unicondylar knee replacement, drilling is performed prior to removal of any bone from the femur or tibia. The kit of parts comprises a drill guide (4) and an intramedullary rod (5). The intramedullary rod (5) is sized to fit within the intramedullary canal of the femur (1) of the patient. The drill guide (4) is arranged to engage a distal end of the intramedullary rod (5) which engages the patient’s intramedullary canal. The drill guide (4) is formed with a foot portion (9) sized to fit between the patient’s femur (1) and tibia before any bone is removed from the femur (1) or tibia. The drill guide (4) provides a guide for drilling of at least one hole in the femur (1).